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What solar incentives are available in Oregon?
As a homeowner in Oregon, you have access to several different tax incentives that make solar panels more affordable. Solar incentives are available at both the federal and state levels to help you save thousands on your investment in solar energy.
Solar Calculator is here to help you take the next step in your transition to renewable energy. Below, we’ll discuss some of the different ways you can make solar more affordable.
Federal solar incentives
As part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, congress passed several clean energy provisions to reduce energy costs. Among those provisions was an extension and upgrade of the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC).
Federal Investment Tax Credit
The Federal ITC allows you to claim 30% of your total equipment and installation costs on your federal taxes. There is no minimum or maximum amount you can claim and it includes equipment, installation, permitting, and even battery storage.
The ITC will remain at 30% until December 31, 2032. After that it will be reduced to 26% until December 31, 2033, then to 22% the following year. The ITC is currently set to disappear in 2035 unless it is renewed.
Who is eligible for the Federal ITC?
Most homeowners will qualify for the Federal ITC, but not all. You must meet the following criteria to claim your 30% tax credit:
The Federal ITC will also cover the following expenses:
Homeowners save around $10,000 on average with the Federal ITC. But that number can be higher or lower depending on your total expenses.
How to claim the Federal ITC
Claiming your Federal ITC couldn’t be easier. All you have to do is fill out IRS form 5695 and submit it with your tax return. You can consult with a tax professional for more assistance.
Local solar incentives
Who’s eligible : Commercial
How to apply : Note: The Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) created the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Grant Program with a total budget of $5 billion. Each state was allocated a share of that total to help build out a national network of electric vehicle charging stations along designated alternative fuel corridors (AFCs). With some limited exceptions, EV charging stations funded through the NEVI program should be spaced 50 miles apart and within one mile of the Interstate exit or highway. Oregon's NEVI Plan was developed jointly by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE). ODOT's deployment strategy is expected to evolve throughout the five-year program, building off of lessons learned. ODOT plans to partner with the private sector, rather than owning and maintaining the EV charging stations. In June 2023, ODOT opened the solicitation process for the Year One NEVI projects, requesting statements of qualification for EV infrastructure work In September 2023, the state received approval of its updated state plan. In June 2024, NOFOs were issued for Round 1 NEVI work on Interstate 205, US 97, and Interstate 5 south of Eugene with applications due in August.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Multifamily Residential
How to apply : Note: In 2010, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), which has authority over mortgage underwriters Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, directed these enterprises against purchasing mortgages of homes with a PACE lien due to its senior status above a mortgage. Most residential PACE activity subsided following this directive; however, some residential PACE programs are now operating with loan loss reserve funds, appropriate disclosures, or other protections meant to address FHFA's concerns. Commercial PACE programs were not directly affected by FHFA’s actions, as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac do not underwrite commercial mortgages. Visit PACENation for more information about PACE financing and a comprehensive list of all PACE programs across the country. Property-Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing effectively allows property owners to borrow money to pay for energy improvements. The amount borrowed is typically repaid via a special assessment on the property over a period of years. Oregon has authorized certain local governments to establish such programs, as described below. (Not all local governments in Oregon offer PACE financing; contact your local government to find out if it has established a PACE financing program.) Oregon has authorized the creation of "local improvement districts" where cities and counties provide financing for the installation of renewable-energy systems and energy-efficiency improvements to residential, commercial, industrial or other qualifying real property. HB 2626, enacted in July 2009, authorizes local governments to provide loans for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements. Local governments may issue revenue bonds to finance this loan program or can borrow money from the Oregon Department of Energy under the Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Technologies Loan Program for small-scale local energy projects. Prior to establishing the program, the local government must notify the electric and gas utilities in the area, as the loans may be paid back on utility bills. The loans may be secured with a lien on the property, although liens are not senior. Some potential options for loan repayment are via a special assessment on local government taxes, utility bills, or another approved method of loan repayment. HB 4041 of 2014 requires property owners to provide written notification to all mortgagees of their intent to enter into a loan agreement, and to receive their written consent before entering into a loan agreement.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
How to apply : Note: In March 2024, Oregon adopted new interconnection rules that address, among other changes, incorporation of energy storage with small generators. The rules move to use export capacity rather than nameplate capacity to evaluate system effects. Starting on June 1, 2024, all interconnecting systems will be required to use smart inverters in compliance with IEEE 1547-2018. Oregon has three separate interconnection standards: one for net-metered systems; one for small generator facilities (non-net metered systems); and one for large generator facilities (non-net metered systems). Oregon has also established separate net metering requirements and interconnection standards for the state's primary investor-owned utilities (PGE and PacifiCorp), and for its municipal utilities and electric cooperatives. Interconnection for Net Metered Systems PGE and PacifiCorp Customers The Oregon Public Utilities Commission (PUC) adopted new rules for net metering for PGE and PacifiCorp customers in July 2007 with Order 07-319, raising the individual system capacity limit from 25 kilowatts (kW) to two megawatts (MW) for non-residential applications. (The rules do not apply to customers of Idaho Power, which provides net metering to Oregon customers pursuant to rules adopted by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.) The limit on individual residential systems is 25 kW. Systems that generate electricity using solar power, wind power, hydropower, fuel cells or biomass resources are eligible. Net metered systems must be intended primarily to offset part or all of a customer’s requirements for electricity. Utilities may not limit the aggregate capacity of net metered systems. The PUC rules include three levels of interconnection for net-metered systems, and require the use of a standard application, a standard agreement, and reasonable procedural timelines for utilities and applicants. Each utility must designate an employee or office from which an applicant can obtain basic application forms and information through an informal process. With the exception of certain inverter-based systems 25 kW or less, a manual, external disconnect switch is required. Utilities may not require customers to purchase additional liability insurance or to name the utility as an "additional insured" on the customer's liability policy. Oregon's rules provide for three levels of interconnection review: Level 1: applies to certified, inverter-based systems up to 25 kW in capacity that comply with IEEE standards and UL 1741. A system is considered "certified" if it has been tested and listed by a nationally recognized testing lab. Systems must pass specific technical screens. Utilities may not charge application fees or other fees for Level 1 review. Level 2: applies to certified systems up to 2 MW that comply with IEEE standards and UL 1741, as applicable, but do not qualify for Level 1 review. A system is considered "certified" if it has been tested and listed by a nationally recognized testing lab. Systems must pass specific technical screens. Interconnection to area networks is permitted, with limitations. Utilities may charge fees of up to $50 plus $1 per kW of system capacity, plus "the reasonable cost of any required minor modifications to the electric distribution system or additional review." Costs for engineering work performed as part of an impact study or interconnection facilities study are limited to $100 per hour. Level 3: applies to systems that do not qualify for Level 1 review or Level 2 review. Systems must pass specific technical screens. Interconnection to area networks is permitted, with limitations. Utilities may charge fees of up to $100 plus $2 per kW of system capacity, plus charges for time spent on any required impact or facilities studies. Costs for engineering work performed as part of an impact study or interconnection facilities study are limited to $100 per hour. If a utility must install facilities in order to accommodate the interconnection of a system, the applicant must pay for the costs of such facilities. Customers of Municipal Utilities, Cooperatives and People's Utility Districts Oregon's municipal utilities, electric cooperatives and people's utility districts must offer customers net metering pursuant to OR Revised Statutes 757.300. Systems that generate electricity using solar power, wind power, hydropower, fuel cells or biomass resources are eligible. Net-metered systems must be intended primarily to offset part or all of a customer’s requirements for electricity. The aggregated capacity of all net-metered systems is limited to 0.5% of a utility's historic single-hour peak load. The Oregon Building Codes Division has developed interconnection guidelines for all utilities. Systems must be installed according to the Oregon Electric Specialty Code (essentially NEC Article 690) and relevant IEEE standards, and must employ UL-listed equipment. A manual external disconnect switch is not required in the guidelines, but some utilities require this switch in their tariffs. Additional liability insurance is not required. Utilities are exempt from any liability for loss, injury or death related to the interconnection of a net-metered system. Interconnection for Small Generator Facilities In June 2009, the PUC issued Order No. 09-196 and adopted administrative rules for the interconnection of small generator facilities up to 10 MW. These rules were finalized in September 2009, when the PUC approved changes made to the three investor-owned utilities’ interconnection forms and agreements. While Idaho Power is not subject to the interconnection standards for net metered systems, it is subject to these standards. There are four tiers of review for small generating facilities, based on system capacity: 25 kW, 2 MW, non-exporting systems up to 10 MW, and other systems. Application fees are differentiated, based on tier. The maximum application fee is $100 for Tier 1, $500 for Tier 2, and $1000 for Tiers 3 and 4. There may be additional costs if an evaluation is required, but the applicant must agree to this cost prior to the evaluation being conducted. The rules for the first two tiers mirror the interconnection standards for net-metered systems. Interconnection for Large Generator Facilities In April 2010, the PUC issued Order No. 10-132 for the interconnection of large generator facilities, defined as systems larger than 20 MW. The PUC approved interconnection procedures and a standard interconnection agreement based on FERC's Large Generator Interconnection Procedures and Large Generator Interconnection Agreement.
Who’s eligible : State Government
How to apply : Green Energy Technology Enacted in June 2007, HB 2620 introduced a unique requirement for installing solar systems for public buildings. In 2012, SB 1533 amended the requirement to allow the use of any Green Energy Technology (GET). As of January 1, 2020, GET has been defined as energy systems that employ: Geothermal electric Geothermal direct use Solar electric Solar thermal Passive solar Battery storage equipment paired with the above Eligble Alternative technologies include: Woody Biomass* Energy Use Efficiency** The law requires public agencies to spend at least 1.5% of the total contract price of an eligible public building on green energy technologies. HB 3169 of 2013 allows green energy technologies located away from the site of a public building to satisfy the requirement if certain qualifications are met. Eligible buildings include any permanent structure owned, partially owned, or controlled by a public if any of the following is true: The building is used by the public; The building allows employees use or occupy the building on a regular basis for a significant part of their work. The GET requirement of 1.5% of the total contract price of a public improvement contract for new construction applies to projects costing $5 million or greater. The GET requirement of 1.5% applies to major renovation projects costing $5 million or greater AND greater than 50% of the building’s insured value. If a public entity determines GET or an alternative is inappropriate for a project, or wants to install the technology off-site, it must submit a description to the Technical Review Panel and explain their decision. The Technical Review Panel will provide its recommendation within 60 days. Funds not spent on the current project must be spent on the next building project that the public entity undertakes, unless no state funds are included in the project cost. Reporting Requirements Public entities subject to the 1.5% requirement must report their projects through the Oregon Department of Energy's Reporting Database . Projects must be reported whether GET or an alternative is determined to be appropriate or inappropriate * A space or water heating system or a combined heat and power system that uses fuel material from trees and woody plants that are a by-product of forest management, agriculture, ecosystem restoration, or fire prevention or related activities . The system boiler must have a lower heating value combustion efficiency of at least 80 percent. Wood pieces that have been treated with certain chemicals, municipal solid waste, construction and demolition waste, or other industrial wood waste cannot be used as fuel . **Certain on-site energy efficiency improvements that reduce or offset energy consumption by a required percent beyond baseline code (20 percent for public buildings; 30 percent for state buildings). This alternative is only available where Total Solar Resource Fraction available onsite is 75 percent or less.
Who’s eligible : Residential, Low Income Residential
How to apply : H.B. 2618 of 2019 established the Solar + Storage rebate program and instructed the Oregon Department of Energy to administer it. H.B. 3409 of 2023 extended the end data of the program to 2029. Incentives are available for residential solar + storage systems, with higher rebate amounts available for qualified low-income residents, and those ineligible for an incentive from their utility. Rebates are paid directly to the program-approved contractor, who installs the equipment, and will be passed on to the customer. Solar PV System Rebates: Residents eligible for a utility incentive: $0.20 per watt DC, up to 40% of net cost or $5,000, whichever is less Residents not eligible for a utility incentive: $0.50 per watt DC, up to 40% of net cost or $5,000, whichever is less Low- or moderate-income residents: $1.80 per watt DC, up to 60% of net cost or $5,000, whichever is less Low-income service provider: $0.75 per watt DC, up to 50% of net cost or $30,000, whichever is less Energy Storage System Rebates: Residents: $300 per kWh of installed energy storage capacity, up to 40% of net cost or $2,500, whichever is less Low-income residents: $300 per kWh of installed energy storage capacity, up to 60% of net cost or $2,500, whichever is less Low-income service providers: $300 per kWh of installed energy storage capacity, up to 60% of net cost or $15,000, whichever is less Rebate requests are processed on a first-come, first-served basis for complete applications. Incomplete applications will not be approved nor funds reserved until missing items/information are provided. In a calendar year, at least 25% of available rebate dollars will be reserved for systems for low- or moderate-income residential customers and low-income service providers.
Can you claim multiple tax incentives in Oregon?
Yes. You are allowed to claim multiple solar incentives for the same installation. However, you can only claim each incentive once. For more guidance on how to claim your solar tax incentives, talk to your installer or consult with a licensed tax professional before submitting your tax forms.
Does Oregon offer tax exemptions?
Rebate Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mc-power.com/energy-efficiency/commercial-energy-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Varies. Contact MC Power & Light for more information.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.epud.org/energy-efficiency/energy-incentive-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Windows Windows: $9.00/square foot Heating & Cooling Thermostats: $150/unit Ductless Heat Pump: $300-$1,000 Commercial Heat Pumps: $150-$1,000 Lighting Lighting: Varies, see program worksheet on web site Insulation Attic/Roof Insulation: $1.00/sq. ft. Wall Insulation: $1.00/sq. ft. Custom Commercial Projects: $0.18/kWh of verified energy savings
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://clpud.org/energy-efficiency/residential-rebate-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Clothes Washer: $30 (single-family residential), $100 (multifamily) Clothes Dryer: $50 Smart Thermostat: $140 Heat Pump Water Heater: $700 - $1100 Home Heating Air Source Heat Pump: $1000 - $1200 Ductless Heat Pump: $800 Weatherization Energy Star Windows: $6 - $12/sq. ft. Energy Star Doors: $40/door Patio Doors: $6 - $12/sq. ft. Attic Insulation: $0.30 - $2.00/sq. ft. Floor Insulation: $0.75 - $1.25/sq. ft. Wall Insulation: $0.75 - $2.00/sq. ft. Energy Star Manufactured Homes: $1,200 - $1,400
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.midstateelectric.coop/commercial-industrial
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Schools, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Incentive amounts must be obtained by contacting Midstate Electric Cooperative Marketing at 541-536-2126
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.midstateelectric.coop/residential
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Clothes Washer: $30 Clothes Dryer: $50 Heat Pumps Air-Source Heat Pump: $200 - $1,200 Geothermal Heat Pump: $3,000 Ductless Heat Pump: $800 Heat Pump Water Heater: $800 - $900 Duct Sealing: $200 Windows: $6/sq.ft. ENERGY STAR Manufactured Homes: $1,200
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.directefficiency.com/otec-rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Center Pivot/Lateral Move: $12.60/unit Wheel Line/Hand Line: $11.60/unit Pump Replacement: $49/HP Variable Frequency Drive: $49 - $70/HP Thermostatic Control: Up to $15/unit Freeze-Resistant Stock Watering: Up to $135/unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.directefficiency.com/otec-rebates/#otec-commercial
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Window: $12.60/sq. ft Attic/Roof Insulation: $1.40 - $1.54/sq. ft Wall Insulation: $0.77 - $0.98/sq. ft Lighting: Varies by type Heat Pump Water Heaters: $560 - $1,400 Anti-Sweat Heat (ASH) Controls: $26/linear foot of case ECM: $35 - $90/motor Strip Curtains: $6/sq. ft Smart Thermostat: $35 - $105/unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.tpud.org/energy-efficiency/commercial-dairy-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Qualifying customers may borrow funds at 5% interest for up to five years.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.eweb.org/business-customers/rebates-loans-and-conservation/new-construction-and-custom-projects
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Custom Incentive Program Incentives: Subject to a 70% of Incremental Measure Cost (IMC) cap Whole Building: calculate IMC based on a percent of the whole building cost Projects over 200,000 kWh in savings may receive a fraction of the total estimated incentive
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.eweb.org/residential-customers/rebates-loans-and-conservation
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Ducted Heat Pumps (Standard Rebate): $1,000 Ducted Heat Pumps (Income Based Rebate): $6,000 (Owner-occupied); $1,000 (Rental) Prescriptive Duct Sealing (Standard Rebate): $250 Prescriptive Duct Sealing (Income Based Rebate): $500 Ductless Heat Pumps (Standard Rebate): $800 Ductless Heat Pumps (Income Based Rebate): $4,500 (Owner-occupied); $1,000 (Rental) Heat Pump Water Heater (Standard Rebate): $800, must be Tier 3 or Tier 4 Heat Pump Water Heater (Income Based Rebate): $1,700 (Owner-occupied); $1,000 (Rental), must be Tier 3 or Tier 4 Insulation (Standard Rebate): $1.00 /square foot; $40 for insulated entry doors Insulation (Income based Rebate): 100 percent of eligible insulation costs Air Sealing: $0.10/square foot Windows (Standard Rebate): $4 /square foot Windows (Income Based): $20 /square foot (Owner-occupied); $10 /square foot (Rental) High efficiency Toilets: $50 - $100/unit Smart Thermostat: $15 - $119, limit one EV Charging Station: up to $500, limit one
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.portlandgeneral.com/residential/energy-savings/special-offers-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Heating and Cooling Heat Pump Instant Discount: $200 Heat Pump Controls: $250 Ductless Heat Pump: $500 - $1000 Ducted Heat Pumps: $700 - $1,650 Smart Thermostat enrollment: $25 Heat Pump Water Heaters: $500 (special pricing available at certain retailers as well) Electric Vehicles Level 2 Charger: $50 - $1,000 Electric Panel Upgrade: $1,000 - $5,000
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mc-power.com/energy-efficiency/energy-efficiency-rebates-incentives/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Insulation and Windows Attic: $0.55 - $1.55/sq ft. Floor: $0.55 - $0.65/sq ft. Wall: $1.50/sq ft. Windows (Interior): $4.50/sq ft. Windows (Exterior): $30 HVAC Ductless Heat Pump: $600 Heat Pump Conversion: $750 - $900 Heat Pump Water Heater: $525 - $675 Other Smart Thermostat: $105/unit Northwest Energy Efficient Manufactured (NEEM) Homes: $900 - $1,150
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://otec.coop/residential
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : All incentives eligible for Buy Local Rebates Appliances Clothes Dryer: $50 - $175 Clothes Washer: $30 - $35 Dishwasher: $10.00 Oven/Cookup: $25 Refrigerator: $10.00 Freezer: $10.00 Heat Pump Water Heater: $150 - $525 Qualified products Electric Storage Water heater: $100.00 Thermostatically Controller Outlet: $10 Smart Thermostat: $100 HVAC Heat Pump – All Electric Wood Heat Retention: $650 Heat Pump Dual Fuel: $250 Central Air Conditioning: $150 Heat Pump – All Electric Wood Heat Removal: $800 Heat Pump – All Electric No wood heat: $500 Manufactured Home Program New Manufactured Home: NEEM 1.1 rebate is $600, 2.0 is $700 New Manufactured Home Replacement: NEEM 1.1 rebate is $1,100, 2.0 is $1,250 Windows/Insulation Windows .30 to .23 u-factor: $3.90/sq. ft. Windows .22 or lower u-factor: $5.20/sq. ft. Wall Insulation: $0.36 - $1.30/sq. ft. Floor Insulation: $0.07 - $0.68/sq. ft. Attic Insulation: 0.34 - $1.50/sq. ft. Exterior Doors: $26/door
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.epud.org/conservation-energy-savings/residential-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances & Lighting Heat Pump Water Heater: $800 Clothes Washer: $35 Clothes Dryer: $50 Generator Transfer Switch: $500 Lighting: Discounts from various local retailers Heating & Cooling Ducted Heat Pump Upgrade or Conversion: $800 Ductless Heating/Cooling System: $800 Smart Thermostats: $140 Insulation Attic Insulation: $1/sq. ft. not to exceed 50% of cost OR Interest Free Financing up to $5,000 Floor Insulation: $1/sq. ft. not to exceed 50% of cost OR Interest Free Financing up to $5,000 Wall Insulation: $1/sq. ft. not to exceed 50% of cost OR Interest Free Financing up to $5,000 Windows: $8/sq. ft. Doors: $40/door New Construction New electrically heated ENERGY STAR Manufactured Home (NEEM 1.1) $1,200 New electrically heated ENERGY STAR Manufactured Home (NEEM 2.0) $1,400 Replacement of Pre-1976 Manufactured Home with an electrically heated new ENERGY STAR Manufactured Home (NEEM 1.1) $2,200 Replacement of Pre-1976 Manufactured Home with an electrically heated new ENERGY STAR Manufactured Home (NEEM 2.0) $2,500
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://crpud.net/ways-to-save/at-home
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Site Built Homes & Manufactured Homes Electric Clothes Washers: $35 Site Built Homes & Manufactured Homes Gas, Oil or Propane Clothes Washers: $30 Multi-Family Homes Electric Clothes Washers: $100 Multi-Family Homes Electric Clothes Dryer: $50 Windows and Doors Windows, Site Built Homes & Manufactured Homes U-factor 0.23 to 0.30: $6/sq. ft. Windows, Site Built Homes & Manufactured Homes U-factor 0.22 or lower: $8/sq. ft. Windows, Multi-Family Homes, Low-Rise U-factor 0.23 to 0.30: $12/sq. ft. Windows, Multi-Family Homes, Low-Rise U-factor 0.22 or lower: $16/sq. ft. Windows, Multi-Family Homes, High-Rise U-factor 0.30 or lower: $6/sq. ft. Patio Doors Site Built Homes & Manufactured Homes U-factor 0.31 to 0.35: $6/sq. ft. Patio Doors Site Built Homes & Manufactured Homes U-factor 0.30 or lower: $8/sq. ft. Patio Doors U-factor 0.31 to 0.35: $12/sq. ft. Patio Doors U-factor 0.30 or lower: $16/sq. ft. Patio Doors U-factor 0.35 or lower: $6/sq. ft. Exterior Doors: $40/door Insulation Site Built Homes Attic R-11 or lower: $2.00/sq. ft. Attic R-12 to R-19: $0.75/sq. ft. Attic R-19: $0.30/sq. ft. Floor R-11 or lower: $0.75/sq. ft. Floor R-11 or lower: $0.90/sq. ft. Walls R-0 (no insulation): $2.00/sq. ft. Manufactured Homes Attic R-11 or lower: $0.90/sq. ft. Floor R-11 or lower: $0.90/sq. ft. Heating Systems Ductless Heat Pumps: $800 Air-source Heat Pumps: $1,000 - $1,200 Duct Sealing: $200 - $250 Smart Thermostats: $140 NEEM Manufactured Homes: $1,200 - $1,400 Heat Pump Water Heaters: $700-$1,100/unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/Incentives/Pages/Solar-Storage-Rebate-Program.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Varies, see below
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/programs/Pages/ZEV-Rebate.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, State Government, Federal Government, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Standard Rebates: $750 towards the purchase or lease of a new zero-emission electric motorcycle $1,500 towards the purchase or lease of a new EV or PHEV with a battery capacity of less than 10 kWh $2,500 towards the purchase or lease of a new EV or PHEV with a battery capacity of 10 kWh or more Charge Ahead Rebates: $5,000 towards the purchase or lease of a new or used EV Standard + Charge Ahead Rebates: $6,500 towards the purchase or lease of a new EV or PHEV with a battery capacity of less than 10 kWh $7,500 towards the purchase or lease of a new EV or PHEV with a battery capacity of 10 kWh or more
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://laneelectric.com/programs-services/energy-efficiency/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : NEEM Manufactured Home: $500 Heat Pump (Air-Source/Geothermal/Ductless): $500; ($4,400 for low-income ductless heat pump) Heat Pump Water Heater: $800 Weatherization: 25% of measure costs, up to $1,000
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.energytrust.org/incentives/solar-planning/
Applicable Sectors : Local Government, Schools
Incentive Amount : Solar Early Design Add-on: $500 for including a Solar trade ally in Early Design Assistance meeting Solar Development Assistance: up to $1,800 to determine the solar potential of the project Solar-Ready Design: up to $15,000 to build to Energy Trust solar ready standards if unable to install solar panels at the time of construction Solar Installation: up to $15,000 to install a solar electrical system
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.energytrust.org/incentives/making-solar-equitable/#tab-two
Applicable Sectors : Nonprofit, Tribal Government, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Solar Development Assistance: $1,800 Solar for Tribes: $1.00/W up to $50,000 Solar for Affordable Housing: $0.75/W up to $45,000 Solar for Qualifying Nonprofits: $0.50/W up to $30,000
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : $200/charger
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.subutil.com/conservation/for-your-home/rebates-loans/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Ductless Heat Pump: $800 - $900 Ducted Heat Pump: $200 - $1,400 Heat Pump Water Heater: $300 - $800 Smart Thermostat: $140 Clothes Washers: $50 Clothes Dryer: $100 Home Insulation: $1.00/sq. ft. attic or floor; $2.00/sq. ft. wall Windows: $6.00 - $8.00/sq. ft. Duct Sealing: $250 Level 2 EV Charger: $500
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.tpud.org/ways-to-save/appliance-water-heater-rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Weatherization Windows: $6.00 per sq. ft. Attic Insulation $2.00 per sq. ft. Floor Insulation: $0.90 per sq.ft. Wall Insulation $2.00 per sq. ft. Heat Pump Program Ductless Heat Pump: $500 - $800 Heat Pump from any heat source: $500 Heat Pump Conversion from electric furnace: $1,000 Variable Speed Heat Pump from electric furnace: $1,200 Appliances & Water Heaters Clothes Washer: $30 - $35 Clothes Dryer: $50 Heat Pump Water Heater: $800 - $900 Smart Thermostat: $140 Stainless Steel Meter Base: $250 Stainless Steel Metering Equipment: $500 Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger: $250
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.ci.monmouth.or.us/pview.aspx?id=4776
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer: $50/unit ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer: $30/unit Electronics Advanced Power Strip: $40/unit Level 2 EV Charging Station: $250 HVAC Smart Thermostat: $125 or 75% of cost Ductless Heat Pump: $650 - $800 Air Source Heat Pump from Electric Forced-Air Furnace: $800 ENERGY STAR Lighting CFL or LED Bulbs: $2.00/bulb Weatherization Insulation: $0.10 - $0.60/sq.ft. Windows: $4/sq.ft. Insulated Exterior Doors: $40/door
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://portlandgeneral.com/energy-choices/electric-vehicles-charging/charging-your-ev/ev-charging-pilot-program-home
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Standard Level 2 Charger: $300 Standard Level 2 Charger, Income-qualified: up to $1,000 Electrical Panel Upgrade: up to $1,000 Electrical Panel Upgrade, income-qualified: up to $5,000 Tesla non-qualifying level 2 charger: $50 Bring your own charger: $50
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://clpud.org/energy-efficiency/ev-charging-station-rebate/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
Incentive Amount : Electric Vehicle Level 2 Charging Stations: $250
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://portlandgeneral.com/energy-choices/electric-vehicles-charging/business-charging-fleets/ev-charging-pilot-program-business
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Commercial Level 2 EVSE: $1,000 per port Multifamily Level 2 EVSE: $2,300 per port
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.cpi.coop/rebate/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Windows: $6.00/sq. ft. Patio Doors: $6.00/sq. ft. Exteriors Door: $40/door Insulation: $0.30 - $2.00/sq. ft. (site built homes); $0.90/sq. Ft. (manufactured homes). Air Source Heat Pumps: $1,000 (non-variable speed); $1,200 (variable speed) Ductless Heat Pumps: $100 - $800 Heat Pump Water Heater: $300 - $900 Split-System Heat Pump Water Heater: $1,100 Smart Thermostat: $140/unit Clothes Washers: $30 Clothes Dryer: $50 Level 2 EV Charger: $200 - $400/unit Centrally Ducted A/C: $100 Energy Star New Home: $1,200
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.eweb.org/business-customers/rebates-loans-and-conservation
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Lighting Varies by equipment type, see website for details. HVAC Ductless Heat Pumps: $300 - $1,000/ton cooling capacity Variable Refrigerant Flow Heat Pumps: $350 - $1,000/ton cooling capacity Split/Packaged Air-Source Heat Pumps: $150 - $1,000/ton cooling capacity Heat Recovery Ventilation Equipment: $2.00 - $3.50/CFM Advanced Rooftop Unit Controls: $200 - $300/ton Variable Frequency Drives: $180/hp (pumps); $300/hp (fans) Connected Thermostats: $350/unit Package Terminal Heat Pumps: $100 - $600/unit Efficient Pumps: $0.33/kWh Heat Pump Water Heater: $800/hpwh Commercial Unitary Heat Pump Water Heater: $2,000/hpwh Kitchen ventilation: $200 - $400/hp Commercial Refrigeration Anti-sweat heater controls: $40/linear foot Strip curtains: $9.00/sq. ft. Fan motors for coolers: $55 - $140/motor Refrigeration Lighting: Found in Lighting Rebates section. Electric Vehicle Chargers Level 2 Public Charging Station: $1,500/port DCFC Station (Single-Port): $10,000/station DCFC Station (Multi-Port): $15,000/station Windows and Insulation Windows: $3.00 - $9.00/sq. ft. Insulation: $0.80 - $1.80/sq. ft., up to 50% of cost Process and Manufacturing Small Compressed Air System Upgrade: $0.33/annual kWh saved, up to 70% of project cost Generator Block Heaters: $200 - $1,500/unit Water Conservation Smart Sprinkler Controller: $25/Sprinkler Zone High Efficiency Toilet: $50/unit Ultra High Efficiency Toilet: $100/unit WaterSense labeled Urinal: $100/unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.eweb.org/rebates-and-savings/electric-mobility/ev-incentives-business
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Level 2 Chargers Level 2 Chargers for business, workplace, fleet, or multifamily housing site buildings (5 residence units or more): $1,500/port Level 2 Chargers for multifamily affordable housing: $2,000/port Direct Current Fast Chargers DCFC public single-port: $10,000/station DCFC public multi-port: $15,000/station
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.eweb.org/environment-and-climate/solar-electric
Applicable Sectors : Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Residential: $0.40/W-AC Commercial: $0.05/W-AC
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://ashlandor.org/climate-energy/find-resources/renewable-energy/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://clpud.org/energy-efficiency/renewable-energy-programs/renewable-energy-storage-rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Nonprofit, Residential, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : PV and Wind: $500/kW-DC Solar Water Heating: $800/system Hydro Electric: $0.05/kWh/Yr
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.salemelectric.com/programs-community/energy-efficiency
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : $300 per installed kW
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://ashlandor.org/climate-energy/find-resources/new-construction/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Energy Efficiency Incentives Heat Pump (Forced Air or Ductless): $500/unit Heat Pump Water Heater: $500/unit ENERGY STAR Appliances: $100/unit Bonus of $400 for completing all incentives above. Water Sense Certified Home: $500 Earth Advantage Platinum Home: $400 EV Charging Unit: $100 Solar Water Heater/Solar PV: Contact City of Ashland for details.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.cec.coop/customer-service/energy-efficiency/residential-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential, Agricultural, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Weatherization Windows: $5/sq.ft. Doors: $40/door Ceiling Insulation: $0.50/sq.ft. Floor Insulation: $0.75/sq.ft. Wall Insulation: $1.00/sq.ft. Duct Sealing: $250/heating system Duct Insulation: $0.60/linear foot Air Sealing: $0.30/CFM reduction Weatherization rebates are 100% of cost for low-income residential customers Heat Pumps Heat Pumps: $200 - $1,450 Ductless Heat Pumps: $700 Heat Pump Water Heater: $300 - $1,000 Ductless heat pump rebates are 100% of cost for low-income residential customers Programmable Thermostat $140/unit Homes NEEM Certified Manufactured Homes: $1,000 - $1,400 New Home Performance Path: Varies, based on $/kWh reduction Agricultural Amounts vary, see program site for details.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.idahopower.com/ways-to-save/savings-for-your-home/
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential, Installers/Contractors, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.dec.coop/energy-efficiency/rebate-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Clothes Washers/Dryer: $50 Heat Pump Water Heater: $200 - $400, will not exceed 100% of total cost Ductless Heat Pumps: $500 ENERGY STAR Manufactured Homes: $500 Attic/Roof Insulation: $0.30 - $2.00/sq.ft. Floor Insulation: $0.75 - $0.90/sq.ft. Wall Insulation: $2.00/sq.ft. Windows/Patio Doors: $6/sq.ft. (u-factor 0.30 or lower), or 25% of the total cost up to $350 (u-factor 0.31 to 0.39) Exterior Doors: $40 Smart Thermostat: $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://crpud.net/ways-to-save/at-work
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Nonprofit, State Government, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Energy Evaluations: Free Heating and Cooling Air Source Heat Pump: $150/ton (upgrade), $1,000/ton (retrofit) Ductless Heat Pump: $300/ton (upgrade), $1,000/ton (retrofit) Programmable Thermostat: $200/unit Advanced Rooftop Control Units: $100/ton (lite), $200/ton (full) Variable Refrigerant Flow System: $800/ton Insulation and Windows Wall/Floor Insulation: $0.75 - $1.00/sq.ft. Attic/Roof Insulation: $1.35 - $1.50/sq.ft. Windows: $9.00 per square foot Lighting: Varies, contact program for details Kitchen & Refrigeration Pre-rinse Sprayers: Free Demand-Controlled Kitchen Ventilation: Varies, contact program for details Commercial Food Service Equipment: Varies, contact program for details Commercial Refrigeration Measures: Varies, contact program for details Other Measures Smart Power Strips: $15/unit Commercial Clothes Washer: $100 - $125/unit Shower Head: $11/unit Generator Block Heaters: $200 - $1500/unit Vehicle Block Heater Controls: $200/unit VFDs in Small Compressed Air Systems: Contact program for details
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.subutil.com/conservation/for-your-business/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, State Government, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Lighting Incentives Varies by Excel spreadsheet calculator. See website for details Energy Efficiency Incentives Advanced Rooftop Unit Control: $120 - $250/ton (retrofit) Programmable Thermostat: $150 (install), $50 (verification) Ductless Heat Pump: $1,000/ton cooling (retrofit), $300/ton cooling (upgrade) Air Source Heat Pump: $1,000/ton (retrofit), $150/ton cooling (upgrade) Variable Refrigerant Flow System Retrofit: $1,000/ton cooling Air Handling Unit VFD: $300/hp Commercial Packaged Terminal Heat Pump: $600/unit (retrofit), $100/unit (new) Heat Pump Water Heater: $300 - $800/unit (unitary unit), $1,000/unit (split system) ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer: $25 - $125 (gas vs. electric washer/dryer combination) Commercial Insulation: $0.75 - $1.50/sq.ft. Commercial Windows: $9/sq.ft. Refrigeration Upgrades: Varies Commercial Kitchen & Food Service Equipment: Varies
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.ashland.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=14040
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Weatherization Windows: $6 - $8/sq. ft. Attic Insulation: $0.26 - $0.65/sq. ft. Wall Insulation: $0.66/sq. ft. Floor Insulation: $0.40/sq. ft. Heating/Cooling Forced Air Heat Pump: $500 - $900 Forced Air Duct Sealing: $250 - $300 Ductless Heat Pumps: $500 - $1,200 Appliances Heat Pump Water Heater: $600 ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer: $60 ENERGY STAR Dryer: $50 Induction Cooktop: $150 electric-to-induction, $200 gas-to-induction
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.idahopower.com/ways-to-save/savings-for-your-business/new-construction-major-renovations/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Federal Government, Installers/Contractors
Incentive Amount : Projects eligible for incentives include: Lighting Air Conditioning Building Shell Controls Appliances and Equipment Refrigeration Compressed Air Equipment See Program Guide for details on incentive amounts.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.idahopower.com/ways-to-save/savings-for-your-business/irrigation-programs/irrigation-efficiency-rewards/
Applicable Sectors : Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Custom Incentives Existing System Replacement: $0.25/annual kWh saved or $450/kW New System: $0.25/annual kWh saved Menu Incentives for Sprinkler Equipment New flow-control nozzles: $2.50/unit New nozzles: $0.35/unit New/Rebuilt impact or rotating type sprinklers: $0.50/unit New/Rebuilt wheel line levelers: $1.00/unit New complete low-pressure pivot package: $8/package New drains for pivots and wheel lines: $3/unit New risercaps and gaskets for hand lines, wheel lines, or portable mainline: $1/unit See program application for full details
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.idahopower.com/ways-to-save/savings-for-your-business/retrofits/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Lighting Incentives vary widely by equipment type. See program details for more information. HVAC/Controls AC Tune-up: $25/ton (>= 3 ton units) Economizer Repair: $50/ton Air-side economizer: $100/ton Electronically Commutated Motor: $200/motor Hotel/motel control: $75/unit VFDs on HVAC systems: $125-$250/hp Controls: $80-$225/ton (1-5 strategies) Building Shell Reflective roof: $0.05/sq.ft. Wall insulation: $0.40-$0.55/sq.ft. Food Service Auto-closer, low-temp, walk-in: $400/door Automatic high-speed door: $25-$200/sq.ft. door opening Strip curtain: $5/sq.ft. door opening ENERGY STAR Electric combination oven: $300-$800/unit ENERGY STAR Electric steamer: $30/pan ENERGY STAR Commercial ice machine: $300/unit (>= 200lb/day) ENERGY STAR Hot food holding cabinet: $200 - $400/unit On-demand overwrapper: $100/unit VFD on kitchen exhaust or makeup air fan: $250/hp Compressed Air Air compressor VFD: $200/hp Low-pressure drop filter: $10/hp No-loss condensate drain: $200/unit Efficient compressed-air nozzle: $80/unit Laundry ENERGY STAR Washer: $200/washer Dairy VFD on milking vacuum pump: $250 per hp VFD on dairy milk transfer pump: $1,500 per VFD Motor Wall or engine-mounted engine block heater control: $100-$150/unit Notched v-belt: $5/hp ($50 max/motor) High-efficiency battery charger for forklifts: $200/unit Fans High-volume, low-speed fan: $2,000/fan
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.idahopower.com/ways-to-save/savings-for-your-business/custom-projects/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Tribal Government, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Custom Efficiency Projects: $0.18/kWh saved or 70% of project cost, whichever is less Strategic Energy Management: $0.025/kWh saved or 100% of eligible costs, whichever is less.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.salemelectric.com/members/conserve-save
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, State Government, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : For Commercial incentives contact the member services department at 503-362-3601 Residential Incentives Clothes Dryer: $40 Clothes Washers: $40 Water Heaters: $40 Heat Pump Water Heater: $300 Solar PV: $300/kW Heat Pumps: $500 - $1,500 Qualifying Smart Thermostats: $100-$125
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://laneelectric.com/programs-services/current-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Heat Pumps Heat Pumps: $500 Heat Pump Loan Program: Up to $9,000 at 0% interest Financing for Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Repairs Cash Grant: 25% of cost up to $1,000 Loan: Up to $1,000 at 0% interest
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.laneelectric.com/conservation-renewables/energy-star-manufactured-homes/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : $500 for Energy Star certified homes
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.energytrust.org/renewable-energy/renewable-energy-wind-power/
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount : Incentive levels are based on a project’s cost in comparison to the market value of the energy produced, called above-market cost.
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/ohcs/energy-weatherization/Pages/show.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Nonprofit, Residential, Installers/Contractors, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Tier 1 $3,200 for heating equipment measures; $1,000 for duct sealing and insulation measures; $4,500 for dwelling insulation measures ($1,500 per region); and/or $1,500 for windows and doors measures. Tier 2 $2,000 for heating equipment measures; $600 for duct sealing and insulation measures; $3,000 for dwelling insulation measures ($1,000 per region); and/or $1,000 for windows and doors measures.
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.energytrust.org/incentives/solar-within-reach/#tab-one
Applicable Sectors : Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : PGE: $0.90/W Pacific Power: $1.00/W
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.energytrust.org/solar/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Varies (see below)
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://insider.energytrust.org/programs/eps-new-construction/eps-for-allies/
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential, Installers/Contractors
Incentive Amount : Incentives offered on a sliding scale of $1,123 - $4,085. See program website for incentive details.
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.energytrust.org/programs/multifamily/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Clothes Washers: $65 - $300 Electric Clothes Dryers: Search for retailers through program website Refrigerator: $50 per unit Heating, Ventilation and Cooling Incentives vary widely by equipment type. See website for details. Windows Windows: $1 - $12/sq ft Storm Windows: $4/sq ft Water Heating Gas Commercial Condensing Tank Water Heater: $3.00/kBTU/h Commercial Condensing Tankless Water Heater: $1.40/kBTU/h Domestic Hot Water (DHW) Recirculation Pump Controls: $100/system DHW Recirculation Pump Controls: $500/system Residential Tankless Water Heater: $200 - $400/unit Gas Condensing Tankless Water Heater: $140 each Lighting and Lighting Controls Incentives vary widely by equipment type. See website for details. Insulation For all building types* Gas Boiler Pipe Insulation - Low Pressure Steam: $10 per linear foot Gas Boiler Pipe Insulation - Hot water used for space heating: $10 per linear foot Domestic Hot Water Pipe Insulation: $10 per linear foot For side-by-side, duplex, triplex and fourplex properties only* Attic/Ceiling Insulation: $1.25 per installed sq ft** Floor Insulation: $0.50 per installed sq ft Wall Insulation: $0.50 per installed sq ft For stacked structures with 5 or more units only* Attic/Ceiling Insulation: $0.25 per installed sq ft Floor Insulation: $0.30 (electric heated only) per installed sq ft Wall Insulation: $0.50 per installed sq ft Commercial Foodservice Equipment Incentives vary widely by equipment type. See website for details. Pool and Spa Commercial Pool Cover: $2 per sq. ft. of pool surface area Commercial Swimming Pool Heater (Covered): $0.90 - $3.00 per sq. ft. of pool surface area Commercial Swimming Pool Heater (Uncovered): $1.00 - $5.00 per sq. ft. of pool surface area Custom Incentives $0.22 per annual kWh savings $3.00 per annual therm savings
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.energytrust.org/incentive-groups/residential-appliances/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Incentives vary by retailer
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.energytrust.org/residential/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Solar: $400 - $500/project Cooling Solutions: $100 - $1,650 Fireplace: $150 - $250 Heating Solutions: $250 - $1,650 Insulation: $0.50 - $1.50/sq. ft. Kitchen Appliances: Search EnergyStar LED Grow Lights: Search retailers through program website Programmable Thermostat: $80 coupon Washer and Dryer: Search retailers through program website Water Heater: $100 - $700 Windows: $1 - $1.50/sq. ft.
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://energytrust.org/commercial
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Prescriptive and custom incentives available. See website for current incentive offerings.
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.energytrust.org/industry-agriculture/
Applicable Sectors : Industrial, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Varies depending on technology
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://energytrust.org/newbuildings
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Varies by project type, see website for details.
Implementing Sector : State
Loan Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mc-power.com/energy-efficiency/home-energy-loans/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Federal Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.subutil.com/conservation/for-your-home/rebates-loans/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.tpud.org/ways-to-save/appliance-water-heater-rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.eweb.org/residential-customers/rebates-loans-and-conservation
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://epud.upgrade.guide/recommendations/255b793d-9314-417d-aadd-c13be7448a42/?embed#
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.laneelectric.com/conservation-renewables/weatherization-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.oregon.gov/energy/At-Work/Pages/Energy-Loan-Program.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Tribal Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Grant Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/odot/climate/pages/nevi.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Varies, grants are awarded competitively
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.pacificpower.net/community/blue-sky-projects/funding-applications.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Varies
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://portlandgeneral.com/about/who-we-are/community/renewable-dev-fund
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.energytrust.org/renewable-energy/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/programs/Pages/VW-Diesel-Settlement.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Schools
Incentive Amount : 30% of cost, up to $50,000 for new buses Up to 100% of cost for retrofitting buses
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://laneelectric.com/programs-services/current-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Residential Grants Weatherization: 25% of cost, up to $1,000 Low-income Weatherization: $25% of cost, up to $1,500 Low-income Ductless Heat Pump: $3,800 HVAC Repairs: 25% of cost, up to $1,000 Commercial Grants Weatherization: 50% of cost, up to $2,500
Implementing Sector : Utility
Energy Standards for Public Buildings
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Local Government, Residential, Schools, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/pages/get.aspx
Applicable Sectors : State Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/Pages/SEED-Program-Guidelines.aspx
Applicable Sectors : State Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
PACE Financing
Category : Financial Incentive
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Interconnection
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Property Tax Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/Incentives/Pages/default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
Incentive Amount : 1
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/biz/programs/RuralRenewableEnergyDevelopment%28RRED%29Zone/Pages/default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : 3-5 year exemption from local property taxes
Implementing Sector : State
Solar/Wind Access Policy
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.ashland.or.us/Files/SolarBrochure_WebFormat.pdf
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.portland.gov/sites/default/files/code/33.639-solar-access.pdf
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Renewables Portfolio Standard
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/Pages/Renewable-Portfolio-Standard.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Energy Storage Target
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/safety-resiliency/Pages/Energy-Storage.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility
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Appliance/Equipment Efficiency Standards
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/Pages/Appliance-Standards.aspx
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Solar/Wind Permitting Standards
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
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Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/66836
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Installers/Contractors, Low Income Residential
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Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
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Generation Disclosure
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/pages/electricity-mix-in-oregon.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
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Implementing Sector : State
Building Energy Code
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.energycodes.gov/status/states/oregon
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
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Net Metering
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://ashlandor.org/climate-energy/find-resources/renewable-energy/#solar-panels
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Federal Government
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Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.eweb.org/environment-and-climate/solar-electric
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential, Institutional
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Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
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Community Solar Rules
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregoncsp.org/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential, Institutional
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Mandatory Utility Green Power Option
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.oregon.gov/energy/RENEW/Pages/programs.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
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Public Benefits Fund
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.energytrust.org/about/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Investor-Owned Utility, Local Government, Nonprofit, Municipal Utilities, Residential, Cooperative Utilities, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
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Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/Pages/Large-Electric-Consumer-Public-Purpose-Program.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Institutional
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Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/Pages/SB1149.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Schools
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Solar/Wind Contractor Licensing
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://licenseinfo.oregon.gov/
Applicable Sectors : Installers/Contractors
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What is the best way to pay for solar?
Cash payments
Paying cash upfront is easily the simplest and most cost-effective route — if you can afford it. It lets you maximize your total savings by avoiding interest rates and other fees. You also don’t have to worry about making monthly payments. But the downside is you have to spend a lot of cash at once which isn’t an option for everyone.
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Financing
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